George Island
Open — This remote camping area is managed by the USFS and accessible only by boat. No reservation system is in place.
Regional Order No. 10-01 - Marijuana - Simple Possession
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited on the Tongass and Chugach National Forests: Possessing, storing or transporting parts of a cannabis plant, whether growing or not; the seeds thereof; the resin extracted from any part of such plant; including and not limited to proc
Regional Order No. 10-00-00-04-01 - Occupancy and Use - Alcohol
TONGASS and CHUGACH NATIONAL FORESTS Regional Office Juneau, Alaska Order No. 10-00-00-04-01REGIONAL ORDEROccupancy and Use
Regional Order No. R-10-96-01 - Forest Development Roads and Trails
R-10 SUPPLEMENT 7700-96-1 7730EFFECTIVE 5/17/96 Page 10 of 117731.14 - EXHIBIT 01ORDER NO. R-10-96-01FOREST DEVELOPMENT ROADS AND TRAILSALASKA REGION
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 29 at 5:48PM AKST until December 31 at 6:00AM AKST by NWS Juneau AK
...SNOW CONTINUES FOR THE NORTHERN PANHANDLE INTO MID WEEK... .Snowfall and periods of freezing rain continue for much of the northern half of the panhandle from Juneau and Icy Strait corridor area northward. The rain/snow line has moved southward today sitting just south of Tenakee Springs and Elfin Cove Monday evening. Snow totals have so far been around 15 to 47 inches across the northern panhandle. A low in the gulf is continuing to send surges of moisture into the panhandle with another surge expected to arrive for the northern inner channels late Monday night, bringing more renewed snowfall rates with it. Following this will be a slight decrease in snow rates Tuesday before a second wave of moisture is expected for late Tuesday night. Into Wednesday precip rates should then start to diminish. The rain/snow line will be wavering south of the Icy Strait area through this entire time period. Please stay tuned to future updates on this impactful storm. * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 9 to 13 inches. * WHERE...Eastern Chichagof Island and Cape Fairweather to Lisianski Strait. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 6 AM AKST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult and is discouraged. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates will pick up late Monday night, diminish on Tuesday, then pick back up again Tuesday night as a series of waves moves through, though these will be weaker than previous waves.
About
George Island is a remote camping area managed by the USFS within the Tongass National Forest in Southeast Alaska. Located in the George Islands at the mouth of Port Althorp in Cross Sound, this primitive site sits approximately 36 miles northwest of Hoonah in the Alexander Archipelago. The camping area is accessible only by boat, making it suitable for experienced backcountry campers and boaters seeking a true wilderness experience. The Tongass National Forest is the largest national forest in the United States, covering nearly 17 million acres of temperate rainforest, glaciers, islands, and waterways in Southeast Alaska. George Island represents one of the more remote and primitive camping opportunities within this vast forest system, offering solitude and a rugged coastal environment. Campers should be prepared for primitive conditions with no developed facilities or amenities. Weather in this region can be unpredictable with frequent rain, and the marine environment requires proper preparation and safety equipment. This location is best suited for self-sufficient adventurers with experience in remote coastal camping and boat-based access.
Directions
Access George Island by a short boat ride from Elfin Cove, Alaska. The journey offers opportunities to observe marine life, including whales and sea otters. Upon arrival at Granite Cove beach, follow the gravel trail leading to the historic World War II gun emplacement.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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